Ruger Vaquero .45 Colt Original Large-Frame, 4.75 in Barrel, Blued/Color-Case Style, 6-Shot (1996)
This 1996 Ruger Vaquero is the original large-frame "Old Vaquero" variant, built on the Blackhawk-size frame and chambered in .45 Colt. It features a color-case style steel frame paired with a blued carbon steel barrel and cylinder, fixed sights, and a six-shot fluted cylinder. This configuration was a favorite in 1990s Cowboy Action Shooting and remains a durable, full-size single-action with classic lines.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are light signs of wear and handling with some surface scratches. There is a small spot of finish loss on the frame.
What’s Included
- Ruger New Model Blackhawk & Super Blackhawk instruction manual
The Vaquero’s original large-frame construction gives it the robust feel associated with the Blackhawk-size platform. This example is chambered in .45 Colt with a six-shot fluted cylinder and a 4.75 in barrel, providing a classic, well-balanced single-action layout.
The steel frame wears a factory color-case style finish, while the barrel and cylinder are blued carbon steel. The combination delivers a traditional look with durable materials throughout.
Fixed sights include a pinned front blade and an integral top-strap rear groove. A crescent-style ejector button and exposed hammer complete the period-correct feature set while maintaining Ruger’s transfer bar safety system.
Smooth hardwood plow-handle grips with Ruger medallions provide a secure, traditional hold. Made in the USA in 1996, this full-size Vaquero reflects the popular 1990s configuration widely used in Cowboy Action Shooting.